International Fook Yueng Chuan Mountain Retreat September 12

Friday:

2:00-3:00 AQT (Advanced Quadrant Training)

3:00-4:00 Chi-na I

4:00-5:00 Stick Concepts I

5:00-6:00 Effortless Power I

6:00-7:00 Friendship Potluck

7:00-7:30 Chi-Gung

7:30-10:00 Night Training/Energy Training

Saturday:

7:30-8:00 Sunrise Chi-Gung

8:00-9:00 Breakfast

9:00-10;00 AQT II

10:00-11:00 Chi-na II

11:00-12:00 Stick Concepts II

12:00-1:30 Lunch/Refresh

1:30-3:00 Advanced Knife Concepts

3:00-4:30 Advanced Gun Concepts

4:30-6:00 Concepts Review/ Situational and Scenarios

6:00-7:00 Dinner

7:00-7:30 Chi-Gung

7:30-10:00 Night Training

Sunday:

8:00-9:00 Breakfast

9:00-12:00 Effortless Power II : Theories and Practicum

For more information The Little Dojo

Sifu Greg Fong Visits Walla Walla

The Center Presents:

Shaolin Staff Form

With Sifu Gregory Fong

Saturday, September 20th 11:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Seven Star Praying Mantis

With Sifu Gregory Fong 

Sunday, September 21st.  Noon to 4:00 p.m.

Take both classes or take them independently.

For more information or to register contact Gary Wass at 509-240-6989 or Health Quest at 509-527-1156.  Location in Walla Walla to be announced.

Gregory Fon Biography

Gregory Fong was born in Canton, China and raised in Hong Kong.  He began training in the mid 60's studying Wu style t'ai chi, Northern Shaolin from Sifu Yim Sheung Mo, and 7-Star Northern Praying Mantis kung fu from Sifu Chan Yin Yee (senior disciple of Sifu Luo Guang Yu and senior classmate of Sifu Wong Hon Fun).

James Keating Seminar

ELLENSBURG, Wa.... August 16th: ONE DAY CAMP  - outdoors - Here is the directions and the names, Taneum Canyon Seminar ! Knife, Stick ,Empty hand. Exit 101 off I-90, go 10.9 miles to Taneum campgrounds. Parking by footbridge on lefthand side of the road. Go to space 10 in campround. 12 p.m.- 5p.m, bring your own lunch, water is there & restrooms. Comtech Instructor Shaun Eastman 509-962-2891  is the host. I (James Keating) will be teaching a wide - entertaining curriculum.

See you Pac NW people there. Cost for the day: $70.00 each.

Visayan Eskrima Seminar in Switzerland with Renado Alfonso Assistant to the Legendary Sonny Umpat

Visayan- Escrima with :
“Renato Alfonso”

(direct student of Sonny Umpad)

In Geneva, Switzerland on August

From August 4th to the 8th 2008.

evenings from 6pm – 7h30pm

The Chinese Boxing Association Switzerland welcomes you to join an open air Escrima-Seminar with Sonny Umpad's incredible student, Renato Alfonso. Renato was one of Sonny’s assistants for years and is very skilled fighter, and also a very good teacher. He will teach sticks, blades, epée, knife etc. This seminar is open for everyone and any level.

* For visitors, campgrounds & hotels are available at the seminar site.

* Location: Hermance - Geneva, Switzerland

* Information & inscription: info@nckf.ch or contact Steve Smith.

* Price (one week) 250$ / 250fr.

* www.nckf.ch or phone: +41792009174

Non-Classical Kung Fu, Pierre Hartmann invites you to discover the intercepting moves of Non Classical Kung Fu. Non Classical Kung Fu is noted for explosive power, effective sticking, and efficiency in combat. Pierre Hartmann is a long term student and friend of Jesse Glover and Sonny Umpad, Ed Hart. His knowledge of Non Classical Gung Fu is excellent and his ability to teach it extraordinary.

Location: rugby field of Hermance, Geneva.
Price: 200fr / $200.
Info & inscription : +41792009174 or contact www.nckf.ch info@nckf.ch

Internation Fook Yueng Chuan / Infinity Knife Concepts Mountain Retreat Announced

The Little Dojo the International Fook Yueng Chuan Association along with Infinity Knives, Yuen’s Family Martial Arts Centers and Walla Walla’s Premier Martial Arts announce the Spring 2008 Mountain Retreat “The Power of Belief” to be held the Weekend of June the 6th. The Power of Belief Mountain Retreat will cover areas of Human Potential as affected by the concept of Belief. We will be covering in depth, Energy Work for Martial and Healing work. As well as all areas of Martial Arts from Swimming Body to the Fighting Tomahawk from Infinity Knives.

This weekend is designed to bring body and mind together in a synergistic blend of power and focus. These principles are great in the Martial Arts and directly translate into everyday life.

First time participants enjoy and intro rate of $350 U.S. Dollars and Members of the I.F.Y.C.A. or Returning participants enjoy the discounted rate of $286 U.S. Dollars. Please allow for a $45 cabin fee and this year is bring your own food. There will be a full kitchen for your use.

Remember to book Early there will be only 26 participants this year strictly enforced. Bring training equipment or order early to have yours waiting at the event. Where warm outdoor training clothing, bring a great attitude for learning and fasten your seat belts, this one is going to Rock! stevesmith@thelittledojo.com or 509-527-3385

Master of Arms James A. Keating Draw Point Series

"The Comtech DRAWPOINT SYSTEM is one of the most successful defensive knife methods ever to be devised. From it's outset the experts have agreed that DRAWPOINT is the way to effective, sane, personal defense with an edged weapon. You see, DRAWPOINT is merely modified Pekiti Tersia Kali.
Traditional Filipino Kali is like any other martial art. To learn it to it's fullest requires years of dedicated practice. That's why I designed DRAWPOINT. It has all of the good aspects of Kali, but occupies a more streamlined tactical profile. Truly designed for today's world. Easy to learn, deadly in close range and fun to learn, those are the words that describe DRAWPOINT from Comtech." James A. Keating

James Keating is a Genius at taking the complex and making it simple, within reach of everyone. He is not new to this but has since the early 1990's been a leader in the area of Knife Combatives.

This series is the first and best instructional program on the use of knives drawpoint. It comes highly recommended by those in the "know". This series is a complete integrated approach.

Another Review

Adam Chan

Some Infintiy Concepts Techniques

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A New Post on The Little Dojo

"Yesterday I spent Three hours studying 50 fights that have happened here in Walla Walla, WA. They were all sanctioned in the ring with Police Officers and Medics in Attendance, a Ref, and an Announcer who said the Pledge of Allegiance and Announcing that we were in Walla Walla, WA, United States of AMERICA." More.....

Veterans Day Salute

The Karate Critic Salutes the Men and Women in Uniform Past, Present, and Future. Thanks for all you do and the sacrifices you have made.

Internal Damage Tai Chi

The world is filled with low grade to mediocre things so it is a rare thing and somthing to be valued when you find the real deal, especially in the area of the Internal Arts. Thanks to Johnny Williams the Karate Critic has found a source of just that Real, Real Functional Tai Chi, in the form of Internal Damage Tai Chi Good Stuff. Sifu Glen Harrison brings real world experience and top shelf Tai Chi Credentials to the table. The Karate Critic gives Internal Damage a place on the Top Shelf, I recomend it.

WTF

This is the worst self defense set that the Karate Critic has ever suffered through. Wow! Do Not Go in There!

New Video from The Little Dojo

Past Skills

Yamabushi (山伏) - Forest warrior monk.
The Yamabushi were ancient holy people from pre-recorded history who sought enlightenment through asceticism in the mountains. They were known for their shamanic powers of healing by the laying on of hands and the use of plants. The Yamabushi achieved deep philosophical knowledge and super natural powers through the study of self and nature. They had a fierce reputation for extreme feats of endurance and were respected for their arduous lifestyle, martial techniques, and in-depth mastery in the use of such weapons as the bow and arrow and the lance.

Past Skills is taught by Bill McConnell a long time student of the famous Tom Brown and an instructor in Tom Browns Courses. Bill and his wife conduct a six month emersion course in the way of the Yamabushi. This course covers everything from making fires, to the ancient philosophies, healing and the way of tracking.

Inheritor of Fook Yueng Chuan Steve Smith to Present Seminar in Switzerland

Pierre Hartmann of the Chinese Boxing Association In Geneve, Switzerland will be hosting Fook Yueng Chuan Inheritor Steve Smith for a Fook Yueng Chuan seminar in Geneve, Spring of 2008. Fook Yueng was a teacher mentor to Bruce Lee from 1959 to about 1964. For information contact Pierre Hartman info@nckf.ch.

Steve Smith Demo for Chinese Boxing Seminar Switzerland

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Jesse R. Glover Bruce Lee's First Student to Teach Seminar At the Chinese Boxing Association in Switzerland

MULTISEMINAR in Geneva with Jesse R. Glover (USA) Andreas Haeckel (D) the 3th & 4th November 2007 inscriptions: info@nckf.ch or phone+41792009174 payments in €urosbefore 16th October 1 day 1002 days 125 after 17th October: 1 day 1202 days 150 Location: Ecole des Contamines, 22 rue michelchauvet, Geneva , Switzerland Saturday : 11am-5pm /Sunday : 10am-4pm 2 x 6 hours of high-level instructions with special guest Jesse Glover and other experts! Ready for a unforgettable two day seminar just for You!!! Accommodations: Hotel de France, 74140 St. Cergues,France. http://www.hoteldefrance74.com/ (reservations required)Payments: cheque, western union or send cash to: Pierre Hartmann, 544,rte D’Hermance,1248 Hermance, Switzerland.

Jesse R. Glover, Bruce Lee's First Student is one of the World's leading Experts in Bruce Lee's Method of Sticking Hands and a first class coach in developing devestating Punching Power and Speed. Pierre Hartmann has been trainning with Jesse R. Glover, Ed Hart and Sonny Umpad for many years hosting Sonny Umpad, and Jesse Glover in Switzerland exposing many in Europe to Jesse's Unique approach to Training. Pierre an expert himself is ravenous in his training and learning from everyone who has something to add, to his method. This seminar in Switzerland is in Celebration of The Chinese Boxing Associations 25th year, and will be a once in a lifetime event for anyone able to make it. People are fortunate to meet and train with someone like Jesse in their life time. The Karate Critic highly recommends this seminar to anyone near Geneve or anyone who could make the trip. This one is The Seminar to attend of the Decade.

Dr. Moses Powell Memorial Semianr

Dr. Moses Powell Memorial Seminar

Atemi Ryu Jujitsu October 31-November 1, 2007 Sensei Re-Certification for Aikido and Ju-Jitsu MANDATORY FOR ALL BLACK BELTS! Cost: $130 if paid by June 1st and $150 after June 2nd (The Dr. Powell Seminar is included.) For additional information contact Dr. Chenique @ 305-825-4063November 2-3, 2007 Dr. Moses Powell Annual Miami Seminar The Lost teachings of Dr. Moses Powell taught by his Master Instructors. Friday, November 2, 2007 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.Saturday, November 3, 2007 from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

REGISTER NOW for lunch at discount prices. Please call for info regarding lunch menu and discounts. Cost: June $70 July $75 August $85 September. $95After September attendees will be charged the regular price, $150.00, NO Exceptions!For additional information contact Dr. Chenique @ 305-825-4063 mushadojo@yahoo.com

Dr. Powell was one of the true pioneers of Martial Arts in the United States. This one is going to be great!

James A. Keating Riddle of Steel 2007

SEPTEMBER
"RIDDLE of STEEL"
The flow of the river matches the flow of the knives in motion as we explore riverine ecosystems, canyon chains and the lost secrets of the knife- both ancient and modern versions.
Come experience this rare chance to be a part of the legendary event known as the RIDDLE OF STEEL.
Other camps have long striven to duplicate this event and have failed. There can be only one and this is it.
If you love knives, their usage, their making etc and want a glimpse of what you can acomplish within this razor sharp world then BE THERE for this event. I do not hold these too often any more, so come now.

OCTOBER
"Advanced Hand Manuevers"
Kung Fu, Gung Fu, Chinese Boxing, call it what you want - it's here and waiting to turbo-charge your skills into the next level. See the how and the why of the Comtech blend of advanced hand skills.
You will learn about how to advance your blade skills, boxing skills, locking skills and submissions.
This stuff is a blast! This my friends will contain many so called secrets that other schools hold back.
I invite you to come and learn, this material will help ANY person who practices ANY fighting method.

"I went on one of the early Riddle of Steel adventures and it could be stated that it is the trip of a lifetime." Karate Critic

Info on the Riddle of Steel: 541-938-3451

Visayan Eskrima

Several of Sonny Umpad's top Students/Gurus are now offering a web site to the memory of the Legend Sonny Umpad. http://www.visiayaneskrima.com

Sonny lived the life of an innovator and creator, of music and Martial Artists, and an art of massive dimensions. Jesse Glover said, "He was like Bruce Lee but with Sticks". Most people who watched him move had trouble following the action, I had to tell him to slow down so people could see what he was doing and appreciate it.

It is great to see some of his long term students coming out with some of the teachings of Sonny Umpad, through seminars and articles. The Dog Brothers have come out with a new DVD that highlights the art of Sonny both with sticks and with his carvings, a fascinating look at one of the Legends of FMA.

Check it out! Also I have heard that The Little Dojo will be hosting a Visayan Eskrima Seminar with many of the successors of this amazing art.

The Little Dojo Mountain Retreat

The Little Dojo will be presenting it’s Third Annual Fall Mountain Retreat in the Blue Mountains just East / South East of Walla Walla, Washington. The Mountain Retreat is a great time training in Fook Yueng Chuan, Infinity Concepts, and Non Classical Gung Fu enjoyed by people from all over the United States, Canada, England, and Europe.

The Mountain Retreat this Fall is a rustic theme; we will be staying under the stars and in tents cooking over camp stoves, working out outside in a natural environment. We will be practicing Chi Kung, Effortless Power, Multiple Attackers, Counter Grappling, Infinity Knife Concepts, Hand Gun Disarms and Retention, Non Classical Gung Fu and Night Work.

The theme this Fall is Taking it to the Next Level. People with Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, Non Classical Gung Fu, Tai Chi, Aikido, and Internal Martial Arts training will love the sessions. Tuition for the Weekend of training is $349 U.S. Covers all training. To Register Call Steve Smith 509-200-2466. Or E Mail stevesmith@thelittledojo.com